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Position Title:Senior Research Associate, Discovery Biology
Reports to: Senior Scientist, Discovery Biology
Status: Regular, Full-time, Exempt
Summary: We are seeking a creative, dynamic, and driven Senior Research Associate to join our Discovery Biology team at our South San Francisco campus. You will learn and grow alongside various members of Biology/Virology while collaborating across the research organization to conduct and oversee biological testing of novel antivirals.
Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Independently planning and executing in vitro experiments to identify and characterize small molecules that inhibit viral replication.
- Optimizing and validating cell-based assays to support ongoing discovery projects; training and assisting other colleagues.
- Making detailed observations, analyzing data, and interpreting results independently.
- Utilizing data analysis software and MS Office applications to report data to multidisciplinary teams of scientists internally.
- Managing compound inventory and general lab maintenance including reagent preparation and ordering of lab supplies.
Qualifications include:
- BS/MS or equivalent degree in virology or relevant scientific discipline.
- Minimum of five (BS) / three (MS) years of relevant experience in industrial or academic setting.
- Substantial expertise in ensuring safe laboratory practices and maintaining BSL standards.
- Technical expertise in cell biology, molecular biology, and assay development, with strong enthusiasm to quickly develop exciting new technical skills.
- Proficiency in handling a variety of cell lines and primary cells, as well as supporting development of stable cell lines.
- Knowledge of state-of-the-art cell biology and molecular biology techniques and approaches including biochemical assays, ELISAs, reporter assays, cell viability assays, viral infection, qPCR, etc.
- Demonstrates expertise in sample handling and storage, bioanalytical assay development, sample analysis, and laboratory operation and procedures.
- Experience with handling pathogenic viruses is preferred (e.g., production of virus, determining viral titer, infection of various mammalian cell lines, etc.)
- Ability to present basic concepts and detailed scientific data to diverse teams and management.
- Independent, driven, and proactive cell biologist and/or molecular virologist who thrives working in a collaborative fast-paced environment.
Pay Range:
$100,000 - $109,000
About Assembly Bio
Assembly Bio (NASDAQ: ASMB) is an ambitious biopharmaceutical company with cutting-edge therapeutic clinical candidates capable of improving the lives of millions living with chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection around the world, and research and preclinical programs focused on the discovery of novel antivirals to treat devastating viral diseases, including HBV, hepatitis delta virus (HDV) and herpesviruses.
We pride ourselves on creating a culture and work environment that is scientifically driven, ambitious, and collaborative. We encourage diversity of thought that leads to great innovation and are looking to add great people to our dynamic team who are driven to transform the lives of patients. We set our sights high—and pursue our goals with determination. Our unique organization stands ready to welcome talented, motivated individuals, who share our ambitions.
As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to diversity and inclusion and will not tolerate discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.
